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A job opportunity

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.
 
Porter
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: MHS278/2023
  New Somerset Hospital
 
Inherent requirement of the job:
Ability and willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as required. Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Willingness to perform duties at irregular hours and over time, when required.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Ability to achieve and maintain good interpersonal relations with staff and the service providers. Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Must be of sober habits.
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Accompany walking patients and safety transport sitting non-walking patients per wheelchair/bed trolley to and from different departments/wards. Render assistance to nursing/medical staff with the transfer of patients to beds/wheelchairs and vice versa. Check and report and replace gas cylinders in wards/treatment areas and assist with shifting of medical equipment to and from rooms. Report any defects of trolleys or wheelchairs to supervisor. Respond to requests from wards and departments. Ensure a safe and hygienic work environment as well as collecting and cleaning equipment.
 
Experience:
Appropriate porter experience in a hospital environment.
 
Requirement:
Basic numeracy & Literacy Skills.
 
Enquiries:
Mr. Q. Petersen tel. no. (021) 402 6182
 
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates will be required to undertake a practical test.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
R 125 373 - R145 077 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
8/11/2023 12:00:00 AM
 
NOTICE TO ALL
Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.
  • It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
  • available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
  • bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 8/25/2023 12:00:00 AM
 
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